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November 2016
Dear Friend,
We’re drawing closer to the holidays and the crisp, cooler weather is settling in. At this time of year, nothing feels more inviting than the warm glow of a fire—regardless of whether it is an indoor fireplace or an outdoor fire pit. Below we’re discussing some of the many fire features available today.
Our vision is for better living for our clients. For that reason, we carefully research every product and every system that we use for your projects, making sure we provide exceptional quality at an affordable price. The WoodTrac closet system is one of our recommended products for that reason.
At this season of Thanksgiving—a time of gratitude—we give thanks for you. Counting you among our clients is something for which we are especially grateful. We’re wishing you a delightful Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends.
Cody Byrd, AMB, AR, CAPS, CGP
NC Accredited Master Builder and Remodeler
Vision Design Build Remodel is very excited to have received the Best of Houzz 2016 Service Award! It is all thanks to you. We appreciate so much that you took the time to write reviews for our company!
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WoodTrac Closet Systems: a Vision DBR Vendor for Better Living
When you are planning to remodel your home, one of the areas you do not want to overlook are your closets.
Whether it is a closet in a master bedroom, laundry room, or pantry, lack of organization in your closets can be the cause of continual frustration. Vision Design Build Remodel recommends the WoodTrac closet system to our clients because it offers elegant yet affordable solutions that bring organization to both walk-in and reach-in closets.
Using WoodTrac’s system of cabinets, shelving, and chrome hardware, we will work with you to customize your closets according to your needs and desires. The cabinets feature soft close doors, while the drawers are fitted with full extension drawer slides. You can also accessorize with baskets, hampers, valet rods, etc. from Rev-A-Shelf.
Read more about some of the wonderful features that Vision Design Build Remodel offers through working with WoodTrac.
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Cody Byrd Earns CGR Designation
Cody was able to take the courses necessary to complete the Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) program and now he has achieved his CGR designation!
Fast fact: There are only 623 remodelers in the US that hold the CGR designation and only 23 in North Carolina. What an honor to be one of those few!
A Certified Graduate Remodeler meets prescribed standards of business practice, demonstrates mastery of project management, completes a comprehensive education curriculum, and pledges to uphold the program’s rigorous code of ethics.
Our blog details what Cody's CGR designation means to you and its importance.
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Exceptional Building Methods for the Equestrian Center
To properly design and build a sizable horse barn and riding arena for Vision Design Build Remodel’s clients, Cody spent much time in research before he began the design process. He determined that the best system to use for the entire building was post-frame construction. This is a building technique that was originally pioneered for horse barns and other agricultural buildings, but through the years has become the construction method of choice for many commercial, industrial, and municipal projects. It enables a wide open expanse to be entirely supported by large solid wood posts in a durable, cost-effective manner. The roofing structure for our clients’ barn is a combination of wood rafters and massive steel roof truss. The weight of the roof is transferred to the ground through the embedded posts.
See more beautiful photos and some of the intricate details that really set this project apart on our blog.
If you are contemplating building a horse barn, workshop, or any other large building that would benefit from post-frame construction, please contact Vision Design Build Remodel. We would enjoy working with you!
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 Vision Design Build Remodel is looking for qualified professionals to join our awesome team.
- Professional Carpenters
- Professional Trade Contractors
Candidates should have at least 10-15 years’ experience in all aspects of their trade; be a professional with good communication skills; know how to read blue prints; be willing to work in any weather conditions; and must own a reliable vehicle and tools.
We’re also interested in energetic, dependable people who are willing to learn on-the-job.
If you know someone who would fit these positions, forward this email, or follow us and share our post with them on Facebook.
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Fire Power
Not that long ago, when homeowners desired a special spot at home where they could relax in front of a fire and enjoy the warmth and ambience, they would usually install a fireplace in the living room. Today, homeowners are enjoying the mesmerizing flames of a fireplace in a multitude of locations throughout their homes, indoors and out. Fireplaces are showing up in bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens. Fireplaces are popular items for outdoor living areas as well, along with fire features like fire bowls, fire tables and fire pits. In fact, the results of a survey of landscape architects by the American Society of Landscape Architects indicated that fire features are the number one outdoor design element for 2016. Not only do they help create a romantic atmosphere, they also provide the light and heat that make an outdoor space comfortable in the evenings and during these cooler times of the year.
 This is a good time to be adding some special fire features to your home when you remodel. If you are thinking of adding some permanent built-in fire features, it will require careful planning. You will want to hire a professional contractor who has a thorough knowledge of the safety issues involved and the local municipal safety codes. For example, a minimum ten foot clearance is usually required between an outdoor fireplace or fit pit and combustible materials. Outdoor fireplaces must be placed on a stable, non-combustible surface. And you should be aware that certain outdoor hardscape materials, such as limestone, retain water and can explode when overheated, even though they may have the appearance of a non-combustible. A professional can help you avoid costly design mistakes so that all you have to do is relax, put your feet up and enjoy.
All this was made very evident by The New American Home 2016 (TNAH), which was built as a showcase of ideas that remodelers and other building professionals can use in their own projects. Elegant fire lanterns and a fire table light up the VIP Suite outdoor lounge, while one amazing wall in the Master Suite bedroom is embedded with four vertical torch fireplaces. Flaming fire bowls bring enchantment to the lower courtyard, while several broad linear fireplaces make a big impact inside the house as well as outside. TNAH exhibits spectacular fire elements on every level of the three-story home, creating a sense of allurement around every corner of the home and drawing people together.
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Contact
2318 Morganton Blvd SW
Lenoir, NC 28645828.292.0615
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About Us
Owner of Vision Design Build Remodel, Cody Byrd comes from a family with many generations working in the construction industry. He loves giving back to our great community and helping its residents enjoy better living. At Vision DBR, we take your home building project from start to finish—including all design and construction. Through years of experience and staying up to date with industry certifications—we make sure your home project will meet your needs for many years to come.
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